The air is getting crisper, the pumpkin spice lattes are back, and the only thing still missing from your cozy fall aesthetic is a stack of brand new romance books to cuddle up with. As we wave goodbye to the lazy days of summer, a fresh wave of new releases are hitting the shelves. If you are anything like me, you might already have a pretty full to-be-read shelf, however, trust me when I say these books are worth making room for. From steamy sports romances, to small-town rivalries, and even a few forbidden romances, September is absolutely packed with swoon-worthy new books. So grab your comfiest blanket, as well as your favorite fall drink, and get ready to fall in love, because here are the must-read romance new releases for the month of September.
September 1st-16th
The Good Girl Effect by Sara Cate
Jack St. Claire is a grieving single father who throws all his energy into the new club he owns in Paris. Burying his pain into his work, he decides he needs to hire a live-in nanny to help take care of his daughter. Enter Camille, who stumbles into the job by accident, but stays due to her intrigue about the broken and mysterious man who hired her. She soon discovers a different hidden side to Jack, one that involves rope and bondage, and a undeniable attraction begins to spark between them. As their professional boundaries blur, Camille finds herself drawn to Jack's darkness and wants to help him overcome the grief that continues to consume him. But can she heal a heart that is still broken, or will their passion destroy them both in the process?
Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross
Born in the firelit domain of the under realm, Matilda is a young goddess who possesses messenger magic, and a dangerous secret. For years she has been connected to a mortal lord named Vincent, who once desperately prayed for her help in his youth. Now, a decade later, Matilda unexpectedly tumbles into Vincent's bedroom with a letter for him. But he is no longer the boy from her dreams, instead she is met with a hardened and cynical lord who has long forgotten her. As their fates collide in the waking world, they must navigate a realm of ruthless, warring gods. Matilda and Vincent must confront if their connection is strong enough to rewrite a destiny drenched in blood, or whether their sacrifice will all be in vain.
By the Horns by Ruby Dixon
Gwenna just wants a normal life and to have a steady job with the Royal Artifactual Guild. The problem? The dead keep talking to her, and being a necromancer is is a crime punishable by death. Her life gets even more complicated when Raptor, a charming Taurian she had a one-night stand with, shows up on a secret mission for the Guild. He's hunting an artifact thief, and all the signs point to Gwenna. Caught between a dangerous secret and a undeniable attraction, Gwenna must convince Raptor of her innocence without revealing her powers, which could cost her life.
Burn Bright by Krista and Becca Ritchie
Burn Bright is the first book in the Cobalt Empire series, and follows Ben Cobalt, the back sheep of his billionaire family. After a public scandal, Ben is forced to move to New York and live with his older brothers while harboring a major secret. Desperate for a way out, he turns to an unlikely person for help: Harriot Fisher, a grumpy, punk-rock girl who shares a history with one of his brothers. Despite their completely opposite personalities, a attraction begins to bloom between them. As their slow-burn ignites, they must decide if their new connection is worth the risk of his secrets, and the family drama that could burn their relationship to the ground.
People Watching by Hannah Bonam-Young
Prudence "Prue" Welch has a quiet, predictable life in her small-town, where she is dedicated to caring for her mother who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. But as her world feels like it's continuously slipping out of control, she becomes desperate for change. Enter Milo, a charming wanderer who rolls into town in a beat up van. Prue is quickly drawn to his adventurous spirit, and they strike up a "wild and sexy agreement". Their initial agreement quickly begins to turn into something more, and forces them both out of their comfort zones along the way. Can a homebody and a wanderer find a way to take a leap of faith together?
Wild Card by Elsie Silver
Gwen can't get over Sebastian "Bash" Rousseau, a grumpy and hot fire pilot who also happens to be her ex-boyfriend's dad. After a missed connection a year ago, fate brings them back together - this time, having to live under the same roof. As they are forced into close-proximity, the heat between them quickly becomes unbearable. But a relationship would be the ultimate betrayal to Bash's son, with whom he is trying to mend an already fragile relationship. They both know their are rules they should follow, but following them has never felt so impossible.
Pitcher Perfect by Tessa Bailey
Pitcher Perfect follows Robbie Corrigan, a charming NHL rookie who can get any woman he wants - except for Skylar Paige. A no-nonsense softball pitcher, Skylar is completely immune to his charms, and wants nothing to do with his player reputation. When Robbie learns that Skylar has a crush on someone else, he offers to be her fake boyfriend at a family wilderness competition where her crush will be attending. As they are forced into close-proximity, their fake relationship starts to feel real. They'll have to decide if what they started as a game could actually be worth risking their hearts for.
Leave Before I Love You by Max Monroe
Leave Before I Love You follows Avery Banks, a carefree "party girl" who has had her eye on her brother's best friend, Henry, for years. He's chaotic, charming, and exactly the kind of man she's been trying to avoid. But when an unfortunate event forces them into an extreme case of close-proximity, Avery wants to use the opportunity to have a quick fling with him, and get him out of her system for good. She just has one simple rule to follow: leave before she loves him.
In My Hockey Era by Kendall Ryan
Lucy Quinn is a passionate hockey fan who is furious over her favorite team's new PR stunt: a hockey romance book club. She believes it cheapens the sport, especially with the infuriatingly cocky star forward, Bennet Wilder, being on the cover. In protest, she starts a public boycott. Intrigued by her passionate outrage, Bennet makes it his mission to win her over. As their public rivalry turns into a much deeper connection,Lucy is forced to face a terrifying truth: she might be falling for the one guy she swore to hate.
The Ginger Bread Bakery by Laurie Gilmore
The Ginger Bread Bakery follows Annie Andrews, the owner of a cozy small-town bakery, who has a love-hate relationship with Mac Sullivan, the upbeat bar owner down the street. Their daily bickering is a routine that they both have come to enjoy. But when a wedding forces them into a situation of close-proximity, the line between enemies and lovers begins to blur. With snowflakes falling and romance in the air, Annie must decide if the man she loves to hate, might just be her perfect match after all.
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What Fury Brings by Tricia Levenseller
In the kingdom of Amarra, warrior princess Olerra needs a husband to secure her claim to the throne. To outsmart her enemies, she kidnaps a man from an opposing kingdom, believing she's found the perfect docile prince to serve as her consort. But she made a huge mistake. The man she captured is actually Sanos, a ruthless heir who despises the idea of a society ran by women. Now, held captive in her palace, he is determined to escape before anyone discovers his true identity. As their forced proximity reveals that they aren't who the other assumed, Sanos finds himself torn between his duty to escape and a growing attraction towards the woman he is supposed to hate.
The Heartbreak Hotel by Ellen O'Clover
Louisa has the perfect life until one day her boyfriend dumps her, leaving her unable to afford her scenic mountain home. Desperate to stay, she makes a deal with her reclusive landlord, Henry Rhodes: she'll turn the house into a bed-and-breakfast for the recently heartbroken in exchange for free rent. Lou is surprised to find that Henry being a handsome, and kind veterinarian, is not thrilled with her "Heartbreak hotel" concept. Alas, he reluctantly agrees, and as they navigate quirky guests, as well as their own undeniable chemistry, they must also face secrets that threaten to ruin their fragile new start. Can two broken hearts find a place to heal, or is this new beginning to close to home?
Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver
Tourist Season introduces Harper Starling, a passionate gardener in a quirky seaside town with a secret: she protects her community by burying troublesome tourists in her award-winning flower beds. Nolan Rhodes is a dangerously handsome man who has come to town with a single purpose- to kill Harper as an act of revenge. But when an amateur true-crime investigator starts sniffing around, Harper and Nolan are forced into an uneasy truce. Their unlikely alliance quickly spirals into a dark, obsessive romance, and forces them to decide if their fragile love can survive a battleground of secrets and destruction.
Bad for Business by Kat Singleton
Bad for Business follows an ambitious publicist whose big promotion hinges on a single, impossible task: fixing the reckless image of Ryker Davenport, the arrogant heir to his family's company. The only problem? They have a complicated history. Forced to spend the summer working together in the Hamptons, their constant fighting slowly starts to shift into flirting. She begins to worry whether the man she's supposed to be fixing could be actually getting under her skin and into her heart. The job was to prove that Ryker isn't bad for business, but in doing so, she might just prove to herself that he isn't bad for her either.
Fake Skating by Lynn Painter
Fake Skating follows Dani, who moves back to her hometown her senior year, and secretly hopes to reconnect with her childhood best friend, Alec. The only problem? The nerdy, kind kid she remembers is now a popular hockey star who seems to have completely forgotten about her. Determined to ice him out, Dani's plans are quickly derailed when an unlikely series of events forces them to fake-date. As they pretend to be a couple, they are forced to confront their complicated pasts, and the real reason that Alec has been pushing her away all these years.
Burning Daylight by Emily Mcintire
Juliette Calloway, the daughter of a powerful family, is tired of her "perfect" life. Roman Montgomery is a hidden heir to a rival empire, a secret weapon in a generations-old feud. When their paths cross, they share a few reckless, nameless moments filled with undeniable chemistry. But their secret romance comes crashing down when they discover the truth: their families are sworn enemies, and their love is not just forbidden, but it's also impossible. Now, every stolen kiss is a risk, and in a town built on secrets and betrayal, their passion might just be the most dangerous of all.
Crazy in Love by Laura Pavlov
Crazy in Love follows a broody billionaire who has a long standing rivalry with Emilia Taylor, a woman who has despised him for years. Convinced she's the enemy, he tries to end their feud with a fancy gift, but she has other plans. She wants a sincere apology- something he's not used to giving. As their public feud turns into a private, vulnerable dance, the billionaire finds that his cold heart might just beat for the one woman he never saw coming.
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